Senior Solutions Architect

Dark Wolf is looking for a Senior Solution Architect. Dark Wolf’s Google Cloud Solutions Architects define the technical vision and architecture for complex, authorized cloud implementations in the U.S. Public Sector. You will serve as a domain expert, bridging the gap between infrastructure, software, and data. You will design holistic, ATO-ready solutions that empower our customers to deploy software delivery pipelines, data and AI workloads, and mission enablement tools rapidly and securely. You will act as a key technical leader, influencing customer direction and integrating capabilities across all Dark Wolf practice areas.

Responsibilities:

• Cross-Practice Solution Architecture:

• Design and implement authorized Google Cloud solutions that support the full spectrum of Dark Wolf capabilities: Software Delivery and Cloud, Data and AI, Cybersecurity, and Mission Enablement.

• Architect scalable mission solutions and platforms that enable Agile software teams to deploy code rapidly while maintaining rigorous compliance standards.

• Translate operational mission needs into resilient and useful cloud solutions running on Google Cloud.

• Authorized Solution Design:

• Lead the design of born-authorized cloud environments that inherently meet federal compliance standards (FedRAMP, IL4/IL5) without sacrificing usability.

• Architect infrastructure that enables authorization (using Assured Workloads, organization policy constraints, and secure IaC baselines) rather than simply operating security tools.

• Ensure all architectures support continuous authorization strategies, integrating automated compliance checks into the CI/CD lifecycle.

• Technical Strategy & Growth:

• Contribute to technical solutioning for proposals (RFPs/RFIs) and lead technical orals, effectively communicating how Dark Wolf’s integrated approach solves complex mission challenges.

• Demonstrate domain mastery through thought leadership, including speaking engagements, white papers, and industry conference participation.

• Anticipate the evolution of the cloud domain and advise customers on how emerging technologies (e.g., Generative AI on GCP) will impact their future mission roadmap.

• Leadership & Mentorship:

• Provide technical leadership on large, multi-faceted programs, delegating tasks and reviewing designs to ensure alignment with customer first values.

• Develop a coaching tree of domain-focused employees, guiding internal staff to deepen their skills in GCP, IaC, and authorized platform design.

• Develop and promote firm-wide training priorities relevant to the GCD domain.

Qualifications:

• Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in cloud computing, software engineering, or systems architecture.

• 5+ years of experience delivering cloud solutions for Government customers.

• Proven track record of serving as a technical lead on large programs, influencing customer technical direction with deep domain understanding.

• Technical Skills:

• Deep expertise in Google Cloud core services (Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Storage, VPC) and advanced data services (BigQuery, Cloud SQL).

• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to deploy modular, compliant, and reusable architecture.

• Strong understanding of how to architect for RMF/FedRAMP constraints (e.g., boundary protection, FIPS encryption, logging architectures) within a functional solution.

• Familiarity with DevOps/DevSecOps principles and how to architect infrastructure that supports modern CI/CD pipelines.

• Communication & Leadership:

• Ability to brief executive-level stakeholders (e.g., O-6, GS-15, SES) and translate complex technical risks into mission impact.

• Experience leading proposal technical volumes and delivering oral presentations.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Clearance: US Citizenship and security clearance eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect or other professional Google certification

• Cross-Domain Knowledge: Experience integrating mission applications, AI/ML services (Vertex AI), modern data lakehouse architectures, or agentic solutions into authorized environments.

• Education: Graduate degree in computer science or a related field.

• Clearance: U.S. Federal Government Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

This position will be a remote/hybrid role based out of multiple hubs including: Herndon, VA, Tampa, FL, Huntsville, AL, Colorado Springs, CO, Ogden, UT, and Omaha, NE.

The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $175,000.00 - $210,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset.

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.